Several members of QEB Hollis Whiteman have been included in Doyle’s Guide to the UK Legal Market – Leading Criminal Law Counsel, London 2025. The listings, based on feedback from criminal law solicitors across the UK, identify barristers recognised for their expertise and performance in criminal defence work.

This year’s rankings include representation from QEB Hollis Whiteman across both King’s Counsel and junior counsel categories.

King’s Counsel Rankings

In the Leading Criminal Law King’s Counsel – London category, the following members of chambers have been listed:

• Eleanor Laws KC is ranked in the Preeminent tier - reflecting her reputation in high-profile and complex criminal cases.
• Adrian Darbishire KC appears in the Leading tier, recognised for his advocacy and experience in serious criminal matters.
• The Recommended tier includes Crispin Aylett KC, Ali Naseem Bajwa KC and Alexandra Felix KC all of whom continue to be acknowledged for their work in the field.

Junior Counsel Rankings

In the junior counsel listings, QEB Hollis Whiteman is represented across the top tiers:

• Tom Doble is ranked Preeminent, reflecting his position as a leading junior in criminal defence.
• The Leading tier includes Fraser Coxhill, Orla Daly and Rachna Gokani, each recognised for their strong advocacy and growing reputations within the profession.

These rankings reflect the breadth of talent within QEB Hollis Whiteman and its ongoing involvement in serious and complex criminal work.

The Doyles Criminal Law rankings can be found below:

Leading Criminal Law Kings Counsel

Leading Criminal Law Junior Counsel